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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community groups held back-to-school events in New Orleans this past Saturday that offered a walk-a-thon at Morris F.X. Jeff Sr. Park in Algiers, giveaways at Morton Hall, and health screenings and school supplies at the H3C Apartments parking lot and Abundant Life Church—today, HOPE organization will host a Splash Day and giveaway at Behrman Gym in Algiers from noon to 3 p.m. WWL-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded shortly before 1 a.m. to a house fire in the 3000 block of D’Aquin Street — the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed that an unresponsive adult male was found inside and later pronounced dead, with initial findings pointing to an accidental cause. WWL-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Parish grand jury indicted 18-year-old Cashmere Butler from Harvey on charges of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Samuel Tague during a robbery on the 5000 block of Fourth Street in Marrero on April 15 — he is now held at the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center with bail set at $750,000. NOLA.com
- ➤ Donnell Bluain, who is serving a life sentence in Georgia, was indicted on six counts of aggravated rape in 1986 cases in east Jefferson Parish where he allegedly broke into homes through windows—he will be arraigned on Aug. 18. NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Children’s Museum hosted MEOWseum Discovery Days yesterday and will continue the event today with family activities like scavenger hunts, garden planting, arts and crafts, dance parties & a meet-and-greet with Gabby at its City Park location. Event hours were 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 2 & will be 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. today. WDSU
- ➤ This weekend, Satchmo SummerFest returns at the New Orleans Jazz Museum—marking 25 years of music and food for local fans. WWL-TV
- ➤ New Orleans Museum Month gives members free admission for two at over 29 museums in August—visitors can use an active membership at places like the National WWII Museum, Ogden Museum of Southern Art and Louisiana Children's Museum—and some special exhibits may require extra fees. WWL-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ O.P. Walker alumni and local Algiers groups hosted a free school supply drive on Aug. 2 (4-7 p.m.) at 3518 General Meyer (the campus) to help students prepare for the new school year and honor the school’s legacy. WDSU
SPORTS NEWS
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Andrew Duhon Concert
8-11 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets starting at $26.96 — Experience the evocative storytelling and musical journey of Andrew Duhon in the heart of New Orleans.
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WYES Travel Presentation: Canadian Rockies
5:30-6:15 p.m. — WYES-TV — Free entry — Explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park with WYES.
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The Uptown Jazz Orchestra featuring John Gray
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Cost info not provided — Experience an evening of smooth jazz sounds with the Uptown Jazz Orchestra.
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Billy Iuso Live Concert
9 p.m. — Tipitina's — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant performance as part of the Free Fridays Concert Series at this iconic music venue.
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Dinner Detective Interactive Show
6-9 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans Airport — Tickets from $59.99 — Experience a hilarious murder mystery dinner show where you might become a prime suspect.
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Fishbone Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience the legendary fusion of funk and rock with Fishbone.
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Sorrenteaux Boards Wellness Workshop
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Sorrenteaux Boards — Ticket required — Assemble a fresh fruit and vegetable board while exploring mental wellness insights.
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20th Annual MaseFest Birthday Bash
4-8 p.m. — The Broadside Pavilion — Free entry — Celebrate Mason's 20th with live music from BANDOG and delicious food from Nikkei Izakaya kitchen.
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The Fixx Concert
8-10 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative sound of one of the most influential bands from the MTV era.
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